Fiber
New Whitepaper Shows Long Wait Times for Fiber Construction Materials
The Fiber Broadband Association has said there is up-to 60 weeks of wait for materials necessary for fiber deployment.
broadband mapping
FCC Challenge Process Important for Getting Accurate Maps, Says Technology Policy Institute
Better and more up-to-date information can come from harmonizing existing data sets, updated whenever a given map has new information.
Fiber
Report: Fiber Better for Low-Income Workers and Cheaper Per Megabit, Too
Fiber to the home costs $0.52 per Megabit per second, on average.
Fiber
New Diamond State Networks Touts Cooperative Model as Coverage Expands in Arkansas
The cooperative’s executive director said it has at least 70% of Arkansas covered by its network.
Funding
Local Governments Urged to Use Broadband Playbook for Federal Funds
‘The playbook [is] really a starting point to have these conversations with your state broadband offices.’
Fiber
Leaders of Broadband Industry Trade Groups Are Bullish on Fiber, With Some Caveats
Fiber networks have a unique capacity to keep broadband prices low for low-income communities, proponents say.
Fiber
NTIA Official Acknowledges Clear Preference for Fiber in Infrastructure Deployment Program
Attendance at the fiber show jumped from 2,041 attendees last June to 2,854 registrants as of Friday.
Broadband Brakfast
Broadband Breakfast on June 15, 2022 – Broadband Breakfast Live Online from Fiber Connect in Nashville
Join conference attendees in conversation on key connectivity issues.
Infrastructure
Red States May Oppose Affordability, Labor and Climate Policies Provided for in NTIA Broadband Rules
Such state action could potentially the delay the implementation of the broadband policy, says Fiber Broadband Association counsel.
broadband roundup
News from NTIA at Broadband Breakfast, ‘Competent Providers’ Only, Instagram and Young Eating Disorders
NTIA Administrator Alan Davidson broke news on infrastructure implementation during his conversation with Broadband Breakfast this week.
Fiber
Fiber Broadband and Rural Broadband Associations Call on NTIA to Prioritize Fiber in Funding Grants
Gary Bolton and Shirley Bloomfield called on NTIA Administrator Alan Davidson to prioritize applicant investing in “future-proof” fiber.
Funding
Tennessee Staying Neutral on Provider and Technology for Broadband Plans
The state broadband director said its position on neutrality has led to diverse solutions that caters to community needs.
Funding
Infrastructure Playbook Recommends Focus on Projects that Endure
The playbook was discussed in a webinar Friday afternoon.
broadband roundup
Starlink Lights Up Ukraine, Russians Offered Crypto to Surrender, Broadband Playbook Released
Amid internet blackouts in Ukraine, Starlink is providing internet to keep Ukrainians connected during the invasion.
broadband roundup
Fine for Robocalls, Regional Fiber Connect Workshops, Philadelphia’s Broadband Plan
The FCC proposes a $45-million fine against Interstate Brokers of America.
Fiber
Rural Utilities Service Administrator: More Miles of Fiber Than Power Lines Funded Over Past Two Years
The agency’s results over these years indicate the versatility of fiber in critical infrastructure projects.
